Supply SEN Teaching Assistants

TN United Kingdom; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is seeking support workers for various SEN schools in Yeovil. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to make a significant impact on students with diverse needs. Responsibilities include assisting teachers, providing one-to-one support, and creating an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with children and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Flexibility in work schedule

Diverse opportunities in educational settings

Career progression options

Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities

Support during clearance and onboarding

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to different school environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work closely with students in small groups or one-to-one.
• Create a safe, caring, and nurturing environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Job description

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Contract: Flexible (ad-hoc, long-term and permanent opportunities available)

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a range of SEN schools and specialist provisions, supporting students with diverse needs, including social, emotional and mental health challenges, complex learning needs, speech and language difficulties, autism and ADHD. You will assist with classroom activities, provide 1:1 support, and contribute to creating an inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Key responsibilities:

Your role will vary depending on the school and the role, but main responsibilities include:

• Assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons, activities, and interventions
• Working closely with students in small groups or one-to-one, supporting their learning and development
• Creating a safe, caring, and nurturing environment for all students
• Adapting to the individual needs of children, following the school’s behaviour and safeguarding policies
• Collaborating effectively with staff and building positive relationships with students

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or vulnerable individuals is essential (experience in SEN settings is desirable)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to different school environments and student needs
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting young learners
• Ability to drive is preferred, as it opens up more opportunities for work
• An enhanced child workforce DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Why choose this role?

• Flexibility: Choose the days and type of work that suit your schedule
• Diverse opportunities: Gain experience in various educational settings and roles
• Career progression: Start with ad-hoc work and explore long-term or permanent placements in schools that match your aspirations

Types of roles available:

• Supply work: Provide support to various schools on an as-needed basis
• Long-term placements: Build relationships and make a lasting impact at a single school on a part-time or full-time basis
• Specialist roles: Work 1:1 with children with SEN or support as a general classroom TA

Working with Long-term Teachers:

We are an independent agency working with nurseries, primary, secondary, and special schools.

LTT was founded to create a genuine, transparent, and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We emphasize delivering exceptional support, where you will be listened to, supported, and valued throughout.

Your dedicated consultant will understand your experience, skill-set, and ideal role. You will receive regular updates on your progress, compliance, applications, and additional role information that may interest you.

We are proud members of the REC with high compliance standards. Working with us ensures you receive the best support and guidance through the clearance process from your dedicated in-house compliance team.

In addition, you will receive:

• Guarantee Pay Scheme opportunities
• Permanent job roles
• Support during clearance and onboarding
• Work under Agency Workers Regulations
• Interview preparation and support
• Statutory employment rights, including sick pay, holiday pay, maternity, and paternity pay